Average Midwifery nurses Salary in Manchester
ONS ASHE 2025 · North West region · Updated October 2025
How Manchester compares
The median pay for midwifery nursess in the North West stood at £36,397 in 2025, placing them 7.5% below the UK-wide figure of £39,327. This is particularly notable given ongoing NHS recruitment challenges and rising demand for healthcare staff. In practical terms, living costs in the North West run 8.8% below average. That means £36,397 stretches to roughly £39,909 in real spending power. To put this alongside local pay more broadly: the average across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554, so midwifery nursess sit 0.4% less that benchmark.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North West index: 91.2, UK=100), a salary of £36,397 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £39,909 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North West is 8.8% below the UK average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average midwifery nurses salary in Manchester?
The median midwifery nurses salary in the North West (which includes Manchester) is £36,397 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does midwifery nurses pay in Manchester compare to the UK average?
Midwifery nurses in the North West earn 7.5% below the national median of £39,327. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is midwifery nurses a well-paid job in Manchester compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Manchester is £36,554. Midwifery nurses in the North West earn £36,397, which is 0.4% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for midwifery nursess cover the North West region. The all-jobs average is specific to Manchester. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.